2006 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW 745 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 745 | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 2115 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |