2004 Audi S4 vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari. 2004 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi S4 | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Audi | Tata |
Model | S4 | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |