2007 Tata Safari vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Safari would be higher. At 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 256 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Safari | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Tata | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | SLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1261 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
