1997 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 Audi A4.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1997 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
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1997 Audi A4 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Audi | Tata |
Model | A4 | Safari |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |