2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2006 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
Model | SLK | Safari |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |