2001 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz V | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | V | Safari |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | 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 | 139 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
