2009 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2009 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 325 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
