2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | Vito | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
