2006 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 BMW 120.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 120 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 120 | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |