2011 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 3 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 745 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2011 Audi S8 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. 2011 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Audi S8 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Audi | Tata |
Model | S8 | Safari |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |