2008 Acura RDX vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Safari weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari. 2008 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2006 Tata Safari | |
Make | Acura | Tata |
Model | RDX | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |