SUV Battle - Mahindra XUV500 Vs. Tata SAFARI STORME !!

Earlier it was Mahindra SCORPIO who affected major sales of Tata SAFARI & now it became worse after  the arrival of Mahindra XUV500. The 1998 Blunt & Curvy Beauty needed some kind of Freshness in it , ResultWorthy SAFARI STORME came with same Heart(Engine) & some Exterior Changes based on Big Brother ARIA.

Tata SAFARI STORME -

The Tata SAFARI STORME is powered by a 2.2 litre “VarioCor” common-rail diesel engine that delivers 140 bhp of power at 4000 rpm and 320 Nm of torque at 1700 to 2700 r.p.m which is mated to a five-speed manual transmission. The STORME is quite refined as compared to it's earlier Version. The STORME has improved in ride and handling as well, with lesser body roll, Thanks to the Aria’s chassis being used. However, it is a heavy vehicle at 1970 Kg and loses out in the power-to-weight stakes. The Safari is primarily a rear-wheel drive vehicle and also has a 4×4 variant. 

Add-Ons -
# two airbags
# all-round disc brakes
# ABS(AntiBraking System)
# Great New music system
# power fold mirrors & many more Small features.


Mahindra XUV5OO -

Mahindra XUV500 is powered by a 2.2 'mHawk' CRDi Engine which produces 140bhp of power @ 3750 r.p.m & 330 Nm of Torque @ 1600 to 2800 r.p.m. Rides Confidently & Comfotably & has better power-to-weight ratio than STORME.

Add-Ons -
# Six airbags
# GPS navigation  
# ABS(Anti Braking System) 
# Electronic stability program 
# Hill descent control 
# Cruise control 
# Bluetooth
# Automatic headlamps 
# Rain-Sensing Wipers 
# Start-Stop Micro Hybrid System 
# Tilt and Telescopic steering & List Continues ..........



Pricing & Mileage Comparison -
Tata SAFARI STORME - Rs.9.95 - Rs.13.66 Lakhs
                                      # 14 Kmpl (ARAI Tested)

Mahindra XUV500 - Rs.11.70 - Rs.14.27 Lakhs .
                                # 15.1 Kmpl (ARAI Tested)


$$Ay Jay$$ Verdict -
Tata SAFARI STORME is Comparitively Cheaper but  XUV5OO is Value for Money SUV . For sure, STORME is a Great Attempt from Tata & can be your pick if you want a Good Product within 10 Lakhs range but can spend more then Defenately go for XUV500, a Package full of Innovation & Features.