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, 1998 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
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 | 1560 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 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 |