2008 Tata Safari vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Tata Safari | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Tata | BMW |
Model | Safari | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |