2004 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 BMW 525.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 BMW 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 525 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
