2003 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Tata E
To start off, both 2003 Audi A8 and 2003 Tata E were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2003 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Tata E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2003 Tata E | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | A8 | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
