2000 Tata Safari vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (136 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Safari.
Because 2000 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Tata Safari | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Tata | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | B |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2699 mm |