2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 340 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Vectra | Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
