2000 Ford Galaxy vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Galaxy (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Galaxy. 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, 2009 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Galaxy | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Galaxy | Safari |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |