2003 BMW X3 vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari. 2003 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW X3 | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | X3 | Safari |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |