2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 1129 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. 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 E500 (441 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | E500 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
