2007 Tata Indigo vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 170 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indigo | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Tata | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indigo | B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
