2003 Audi RS4 vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Audi RS4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 455 kg more than 2003 Audi RS4.
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, 2003 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS4 | 2001 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | RS4 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
