2008 Tata Indigo vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1684 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 885 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Indigo | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Tata | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indigo | SL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
