2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 936 kg more than 2007 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | E-350 | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |