2009 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 A6 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari.
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2009 Audi A6 | 1999 Tata Safari | |
Make | Audi | Tata |
Model | A6 | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |