2001 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 670 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Focus. 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (223 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Focus | Safari |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
