2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Tata Indica

To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 935 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A8 2009 Tata Indica
Make Audi Tata
Model A8 Indica
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.8 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 37 L


 

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