2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 462 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Mondeo | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |