2011 Honda CR-Z vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z is newer by 2 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 718 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda CR-Z. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda CR-Z | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | CR-Z | Safari |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4079 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2436 mm | 2660 mm |