2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
Model | E | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |