2011 Tata Safari vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Opel Signum.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2002 Opel Signum (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari. 2002 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Safari | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Tata | Opel |
| Model | Safari | Signum |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
