2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2012 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
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2005 Ford F-350 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | F-350 | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 181 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |