2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and 2011 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1663 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | Sprinter | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2803 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6939 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2731 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4326 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 42 L |
