2008 Audi S6 vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Safari would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2000 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Safari. 2008 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2000 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S6 | 2000 Tata Safari | |
Make | Audi | Tata |
Model | S6 | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1815 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |