2006 BMW 523 vs. 2004 Tata E
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Tata E would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2004 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 523 | 2004 Tata E | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 523 | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |