2003 Tata Safari vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 435 kg more than 2010 Ford Maverick.
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, 2010 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari. 2010 Ford Maverick has automatic transmission and 2003 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2003 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Tata Safari | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Tata | Ford |
Model | Safari | Maverick |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |