2008 Tata Safari vs. 2007 BMW Z4
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 Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW Z4. 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, 2008 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Tata Safari | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Tata | BMW |
Model | Safari | Z4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |