2004 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 BMW 530.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari. 2004 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW 530 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 530 | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 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 |