2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod 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 XR 8 Xplod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod (469 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 618 kg more than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. 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, 2012 Tata Safari (181 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. (178 Nm). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
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2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | XR 8 Xplod | Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 181 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1920 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |