2011 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (239 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 527 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Astra. 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, 2011 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Opel Astra | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Astra | Safari |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 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 | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |