2011 Tata Safari vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (226 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 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, 2011 Tata Safari (320 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW X5. 2002 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Tata Safari | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Tata | BMW |
Model | Safari | X5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |