2009 BMW 130 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 130 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 130 | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |