2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2009 Audi A6 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. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | A6 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
