2009 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 120 | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |