2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 1 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
Model | CLK | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |