2009 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
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 X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X5 | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | X5 | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |