2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (311 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
Model | S | Safari |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2660 mm |