2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2004 Tata E
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz C and 2004 Tata E were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (361 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2004 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata E. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2004 Tata E has manual transmission. 2004 Tata E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2004 Tata E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
Model | C | E |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |