1998 Ford Contour vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 11 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 509 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
Because 2009 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, 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, 1998 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Contour | Safari |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| 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 | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
