1999 Tata Safari vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 580 kg more than 2010 Audi A3.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari.
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1999 Tata Safari | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Tata | Audi |
Model | Safari | A3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |