2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 954 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | E-150 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
