1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Tata Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Explorer | 2002 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Explorer | Safari |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |