2000 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Astra | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Astra | Safari |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |