2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 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 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | CLS | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
