2002 Ford Explorer vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 101 kg more than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Explorer | Safari |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |