2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Tata Safari were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 468 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Focus | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |