1998 Ford Contour vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 629 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1998 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 2001 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Contour | Safari |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |