2005 Opel Zafira vs. 1998 Tata Safari

To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 647 kg more than 2005 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Tata Safari (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Zafira 1998 Tata Safari
Make Opel Tata
Model Zafira Safari
Year Released 2005 1998
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 99 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5530 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1393 kg 2040 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2660 mm


 

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