2009 Tata Safari vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2009 Tata Safari | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Tata | Mazda |
Model | Safari | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2329 mm |