2005 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 426 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 325 | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |