2000 Audi S3 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Audi S3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S3 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Audi | Tata |
Model | S3 | Safari |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |