2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Tata Nano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano.
Because 2008 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | A4 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
