Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Eeco and the Tata Safari side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Maruti Suzuki Eeco is available at ₹520,900, while the Tata Safari is priced at ₹1,549,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Eeco comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Tata Safari's 1956 cc, producing 52.7 kW @ 6000 rpm and 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.71 km/l CNG: ~26.78 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Eeco versus Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl for the Tata Safari. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 12V lead-acid battery | 12V |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1956 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | K12N | Kryotec 2.0L Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Petrol: 32 litres CNG: 65 litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual | 6-speed Manual & 6-speed Torque Converter Automatic |
| Mileage | 19.71 km/l CNG: ~26.78 km/kg | Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 52.7 kW @ 6000 rpm | 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Electric start | Electric |
| Torque | 105.5/3000 | 350 Nm @ 1750–2500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 275 l | 420 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1,510–1,540 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 200–205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 940–1,085 kg | 1825 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3,675 mm / 1,475 mm / 1,825 mm | 4668 mm × 1922 mm × 1795 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 - 6( Higher Variant) | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2,350 mm | 2741 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | No | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual air conditioning (select variants) | Automatic |
| Cluster | Analog instrument cluster with digital MID | Digital / Semi-digital cluster |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | Basic audio system (select variants) | 8.8-inch touchscreen; digital cluster in facelift |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front only (select variants) | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | No | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | 2 speakers | JBL |
| Sunroof | No | Panoramic |
| USB Ports | Yes | Multiple |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes (passenger variants) | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen | Projector with LED DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Halogen | LED |
| Tyre Size | 155 R13 | 235/65 R17, 245/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel wheels | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 airbags | 6 |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Bluish BlackMetallic Glistening GreySolid WhiteMetallic Brisk BlueMetallic Silky Silver | Thermisto Gold, Telesto Grey, Calypso Red, Orion Black, Cosmic Gold, Frost White, Daytona Grey |
