2012 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz A and 2012 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | A | Indica |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 37 L |
