2006 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. 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, 2008 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Audi | Tata |
Model | A6 | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |