2005 BMW 745 vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (341 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 BMW 745.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 745 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari. 2005 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 BMW 745 | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 745 | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |