2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2001 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2001 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2001 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | ML | Indica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
