2004 BMW 116 vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 BMW 116 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata Safari (136 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 BMW 116. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 760 kg more than 2004 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 116 | 2002 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 116 | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |