2009 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, both 2009 BMW 328 and 2009 Tata Safari were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 92 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 328 | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |