2009 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (251 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 585 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2001 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | A3 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
