2004 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 793 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2004 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1999 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Focus | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |