2003 Opel Signum vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2003 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Signum | Safari |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
