2005 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Astra | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
