2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 414 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Mondeo | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 224 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 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 |