2006 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Safari. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2004 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2004 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz G | 2004 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
Model | G | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |