2005 Opel Vectra 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 Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Vectra | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Vectra | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |