2008 Tata Safari vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Safari would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Tata Safari | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Tata | Audi |
Model | Safari | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3122 mm |