2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 336 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari. 2003 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Opel Vectra | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Vectra | Safari |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |