2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 10 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 495 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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 (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 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 2010 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | SLK | Safari |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 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 |
