2004 BMW 630 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 BMW 630.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2004 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW 630 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 630 | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |