2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 625 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Econovan | Safari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
