2009 Opel Vivaro vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Vivaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Vivaro would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 306 kg more than 2009 Opel Vivaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Vivaro. 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Vivaro | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Vivaro | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |