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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 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 535 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 (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 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. 2009 BMW 120 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. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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 2956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 155 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1920 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2660 mm