2007 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | A8 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
