1999 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Audi A6.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A6. 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, 2010 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A6 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Audi | Tata |
Model | A6 | Safari |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1380 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |