2008 Tata Safari vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Safari | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Tata | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
