2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 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 Q7 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1999 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1999 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi Q7 | 1999 Tata Safari | |
Make | Audi | Tata |
Model | Q7 | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |