2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Tata E

To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Tata E were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Tata E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Tata E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata E.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A8 2000 Tata E
Make Audi Tata
Model A8 E
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Size 2494 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2810 mm


 

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