2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 254 kg more than 2001 Ford TE-50.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford TE-50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | TE-50 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
