2007 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2010 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari. 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X5 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | X5 | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |