2000 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Tata Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 BMW 325.
Because 2005 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2005 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 325 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
