2005 BMW 535 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 BMW 535.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 535. 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, 2005 BMW 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari. 2005 BMW 535 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. 2005 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 BMW 535 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 535 | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |