2006 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 655 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Astra | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
