2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 141 kg more than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
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2007 Ford Galaxy | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Galaxy | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |