2006 Tata Indigo vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 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), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indigo | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Tata | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indigo | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1405 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 | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
