2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
Model | C | Indigo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |