2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, both 2008 Opel Vectra and 2008 Tata Safari were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vectra. 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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2008 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Opel Vectra | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Vectra | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |