Parameter<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> Tata Safari<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> Jeep Meridian<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr> Length (mm)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 4668 mm<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 4769 mm<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr> Width (mm)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 1922 mm<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 1859 mm<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr> Height (mm)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 1795 mm<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 1698 mm<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr> Wheelbase (mm)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 2741 mm<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 2782 mm<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr> Boot Space (L)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 420 litres<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 481 litres<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr> Ground clearance (mm)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 205 mm<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 214 mm<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n The size of an SUV is one of its defining aspects. Part of the reason why one wants an SUV over a hatchback or sedan is the enormity of the car. In this case, there is no clear winner between the Safari and the Meridian, as each of them has the upper hand in one or the other metric. The Tata Safari boasts better figures in the width and height categories. On the contrary, the Jeep Meridian gets a better score in length, wheelbase, boot space, and ground clearance boxes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The longer Jeep Meridian offers extra legroom (even for the poor saps exiled to the third row) and more boot space with the third row of seats folded down compared to the Safari. The longer wheelbase helps the Meridian deliver a more engaging driving experience, especially while turning at high speeds. The Meridian also has more ground clearance over the Tata Safari. A higher ground clearance gives the Meridian an edge in the off-roading department. Moreover, with the right suspension setup, the Meridian\u2019s high ground clearance can help it glide across some potholes and rough roads easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Tata Safari, on the other hand, presents the passengers with a wider and higher cabin. One of the primary functions of an SUV is to fit five or more people comfortably, not just for a city event but for longer trips as well. The extra shoulder room makes a huge difference when there are three people in the second row as well as the third row. The extra headroom is a boon for the taller folks out there. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Objectively, both SUVs are adequately large and offer something for everyone. Hence, choosing between the two depends on the buyers\u2019 stature and personal preferences. Check out the Safari for extra shoulder and headroom. Go for the Meridian if you want more bootspace, ground clearance, or legroom.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n Parameter<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> Tata Safari<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> Jeep Meridian<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr> Engine options<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 2.0-litre Kryotec Turbocharged Diesel<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 2.0-litre Multijet II Diesel<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr> Transmission options<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 6-speed Manual 6-speed AMT (TC)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 6-speed Manual 9-speed AMT (TC)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr> Power<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 170 PS<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 174 PS<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr> Torque (Nm)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 350 Nm<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 350 Nm<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr> Mileage<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 14.5 to 16.3 km\/l<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td> 16 km\/l<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n With the engine and transmission in our crosshairs, one thing is clear: it is a close call when one wishes to choose a winner between the two. In a similar fashion to the Tata Harrier and the Jeep Compass, the Tata Safari and the Jeep Meridian all have the same engine. It\u2019s the 2.0-litre Kryotec Turbocharged Diesel from Fiat. The engine makes 350 NM for both cars, but it produced 4 PS more power in the Meridian than the Safari\u2019s 170 PS figure. Tata has tuned the motor for the Safari in a way that it delivers a slender grunt at low RPMs but increases the power constantly as the revs climb up. The Meridian, on the other hand, gets a consistent power delivery from its engine across the rev range. The Meridian, being a Jeep, also features extensive off-roading capabilities. The Meridian is no Wrangler, but it does come with a 4×2 and 4×4 option in all variants. It also makes use of Jeep\u2019s Selec-Terrain traction management system and the 9-speed auto to perform impressive off-roading feats that an FWD SUV cannot fathom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In the transmission area, once again, both offer a 6-speed manual and an automatic torque converter sourced from ZF. The manual gearbox in the Safari feels precise and offers satisfying control for spirited driving. The Jeep Meridian\u2019s stick shift is not bad either, but the Tata has the manual figured out well. The Meridian\u2019s 9-speed automatic, on the other hand, is a praiseworthy transmission, at the very least. The torque converter, paired with Jeep\u2019s Selec-Terrain system and multiple driving modes, offers quicker shifts and overall better responsiveness to any type of terrain touching the wheels. Mileage is another crucial aspect that everyone checks out first. Here, while the difference is not a major one, the Meridian\u2019s 9-speed offers slightly better efficiency at 16 km\/l compared to the Safari\u2019s figures around the 15 km\/l ballpark. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Overall, the Meridian\u2019s TC comes out as a better alternative of the two if you want more comfort and resiliency across multiple types of terrains. The Safari\u2019s manual transmission comes out as the one to choose for a better, raw driving experience for enthusiasts.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n |
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