2009 Tata Safari vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 225 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Safari | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Tata | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2761 mm |
