2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 5 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 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 2010 Tata Safari. 2005 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Opel Vectra | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Vectra | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |