2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz S and 2010 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 S (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
Model | S | Indigo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |