2008 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 330 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
