2009 BMW 328 vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 BMW 328.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 2002 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 328 | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |