2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, both vehicles can yield 181 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Focus | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |