2008 Acura TL vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 646 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Acura | Tata |
| Model | TL | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
