2007 Tata Indigo vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1172 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Indigo | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Tata | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Indigo | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |