2002 Tata Safari vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata Safari (136 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 889 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Tata Safari | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Tata | Ford |
| Model | Safari | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1151 kg |
