2006 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 555 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
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2006 Audi A4 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Audi | Tata |
Model | A4 | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |