2005 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 BMW 730.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. 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, 2005 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2005 BMW 730 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. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 BMW 730 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 730 | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |