1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 405 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Falcon | Safari |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |