1999 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A4. 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, 1999 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
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1999 Audi A4 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Audi | Tata |
Model | A4 | Safari |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 234 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 | 1320 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |