2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | CL | Indica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 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 | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 37 L |
