2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 1074 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Tata Safari (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Fiesta | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |