2001 Tata Safari vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 910 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2007 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata Safari | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Tata | Opel |
| Model | Safari | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
