2009 BMW 650 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 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 650.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 650 | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |