Benchmarking

Bench Marking:

Benchmarking is the process of analyzing the choices of similar products based on the selection factor and deducing it to final conclusion. An evaluation process of a manufacturer that is measured against the process of its competitors or peers within a given industry. The goal is to create and implement improvement plans and best practices to increase performance in the production lifecycle, and/or other manufacturing and business processes and practices.Compare similar product and make the conclusion besed on that comparision for the next stage of peocess.

1.Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza
The Brezza created a rage when it was first unveiled at the 13th Auto Expo 2016 and experienced record-breaking bookings of close to 40,000 units in less than a month of its launch. The compact SUV boasts of a bold and sporty design with a striking front grille and elongated headlights. Glossy black alloy wheels and a dual tone exterior paint helps the Brezza stand out from the crowd.

While Maruti is yet to introduce a petrol version for the Brezza, 4 diesel variants are available in the undertaken budget with the trim VDI (O) costing Rs 7.93 lakh. Features list include steering adjustment (rake), electrically adjustable mirrors, driver and passenger airbags, electromagnetic tailgate and body coloured door handles.
It is powered by a 1.3-litre diesel engine mated to a 5-speed manual transmission capable of 90PS and a peak torque of 200Nm.
Price: Rs 7.57 lakh

2.Tata Nexon
Unlike many other SUVs that sport a boxy design, the Tata Nexon with its Coupe inspired aerodynamic shape is very easy on the eyes. The compact SUV looks upmarket with its projector headlamps, rear split LED (light emitting diodes) tail lamps, contrast roof and feline-eye shaped DRLs (daytime running lamps).
Nexon has a layered three-tone dashboard, a rear AC vent, steering mounted controls, tilt and telescopic steering adjustment and climate control as part of its impressive feature list.
It also provides safety features such as two airbags and ABS (anti-lock braking system) as standard while parking sensors are part of the XZ (Rs 7.98 lakh) specifications list.

The Nexon is powered by either a 1.2-litre petrol engine tuned to churn 110PS and a peak torque of 170Nm or the new 1.5-litre diesel with an output of 110PS and a peak torque of 260NM.
While the base Nexon XE (petrol) variant is available at Rs 6.15 lakh, the base XE (diesel) has a price tag of Rs 7.18 lakh. It is the higher XZ petrol trim at Rs 7.9 lakh that carries all the above-mentioned features.
Price: Rs 6.16 lakh

3.Ford Ecosport
In 2016, EcoSport went through some noticeable cosmetic changes inside-out that probably helped it be afloat in this dynamic SUV segment. It's a sporty looking, muscular car offered with two engine options. Though both petrol and diesel engines are on offer by the carmaker, only the 1.5-litre petrol power mill at Rs 7.82 lakh satisfies the undertaken budget. Mated to a 6-speed manual transmission, it is capable of putting out 123PS and a peak torque of 150Nm.

Features list include theatre dimming cabin lights, rear parking sensors, ABS (anti-lock braking system), EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), two airbags, turn indicators on ORVM and follow me home headlamps.
Price: Rs 7.8 lakh

4.Renault Duster
The Duster is a decent choice for buyers seeking a rugged SUV with a contemporary touch. The vehicle is butch with its two-tone body coloured front bumper, winged front grille, roof rails, black door side sill and cluster headlamps. Standing at 210mm (best-in-segment), the Duster is capable of some slight off-roading as well.

The Duster is a convenient vehicle with keyless entry, tilt adjustable steering wheel, ABS (anti-lock braking system), EBD (electronic brakeforce distribution) with brake assist, two airbags, rapid deceleration warning and engine immobiliser. It draws power from a 1.5-litre petrol engine mated to 5-speed manual transmission churning 109Ps and a peak torque of 150Nm.
Price: Rs 7.9 lakh

5.Mahindra NuvoSport
The Mahindra NuvoSport is a compact SUV capable of seating 7 people. The dramatically designed NuvoSport has a silhouette inspired from the Quanto and the Xylo. It has an extensive mix of angles and creases as well as a distinct bonnet intake. A pair of LED (light-emitting diodes) 'eyebrow' daytime-running lamps and a massive grille give the NuvoSport a new identity.

While the NuvoSport gains in space, it loses on safety equipment like airbags, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) in its base (under Rs 8 lakh) variant.
Powering the NuvoSport is a 1.4-litre diesel engine coupled with a 5-speed manual transmission churning 100PS and peak torque of 240Nm.
Price: Rs 7.5 lakh

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