2005 Ford GT vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 456 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 GT (678 Nm) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2001 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | GT | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
