2005 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | A | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 37 L |
