2009 Audi R8 vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
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2009 Audi R8 | 2003 Tata Safari | |
Make | Audi | Tata |
Model | R8 | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |