2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2005 Tata E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Tata E. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata E. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata E has manual transmission. 2005 Tata E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2005 Tata E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
Model | CLS | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |