2008 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz B and 2008 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | B | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 42 L |
