2000 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 525 kg more than 2000 BMW 318.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318. 2000 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 318 | Safari |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |