2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 344 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Mondeo | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1576 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |