2010 Acura TL vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 2 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 232 kg more than 2010 Acura TL.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2010 Acura TL 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. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Acura TL | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Acura | Tata |
Model | TL | Safari |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1688 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4966 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2660 mm |