2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | G | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 42 L |
