2009 Tata Indica vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Indica would be higher. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Tata | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indica | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2955 mm |
