1996 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A6. 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
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1996 Audi A6 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Audi | Tata |
Model | A6 | Safari |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |