2010 Tata Indigo vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 85 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Indigo | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Tata | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indigo | A |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
