2005 Tata Indigo vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1405 kg more than 2005 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata Indigo | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Tata | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indigo | GL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3076 mm |
