2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Safari would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 942 kg more than 2006 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari.
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2009 Ford Mustang | 2006 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Mustang | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |