2002 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | SL | Indica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
