2009 Tata Indica vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1283 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 M 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 M (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 M | |
| Make | Tata | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indica | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 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 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2915 mm |
