2006 Tata Indigo vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indigo | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Tata | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indigo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4326 mm |
