2004 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 146 kg more than 2003 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2003 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2003 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2003 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
Model | ML | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3720 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2186 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |