2007 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 530 | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |