2008 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2001 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 X5 (481 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2001 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | X5 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 228 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 2099 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
