2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa 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 2005 Opel Corsa. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 810 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Corsa | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |