2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Safari would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2005 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Safari. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi Q7 | 2005 Tata Safari | |
Make | Audi | Tata |
Model | Q7 | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |