2000 Ford TL-50 vs. 2006 Tata Safari

To start off, 2006 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford TL-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford TL-50 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Ford TL-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TL-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Safari weights approximately 618 kg more than 2000 Ford TL-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford TL-50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2000 Ford TL-50 (570 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari. 2000 Ford TL-50 has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford TL-50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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