2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
Model | E | Indica |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |