2004 BMW 316 vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 665 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 316 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
