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.

Compare all specifications:

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


 

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