2006 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 5 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 380 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Audi | Tata |
Model | A4 | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 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 |