2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
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2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2003 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mazda | Tata |
Model | RX-8 | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |