Benchmarking
AUTOMOTIVE BENCHMARKING :
Benchmarking is the process of comparing the features and specifications of similar products which helps to point out the differences between them and helps to deduce to a final conclusion. Benchmarking gives a clear understanding of the products and points out the pros and cons between them.
| TATA NEXON XMA |
HYUNDAI VENUE S(O) |
KIA SONET HTK+ | MAHINDRA XUV 300 W4 | REASONS | |
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| MIELAGE (kmpl) | 16 | 17 | 18 | 20 | Rides daily to office and monthly once to native, hence efficiency is important |
| TRANSMISSION | AMT - 6 Gears, Manual Override, Sport Mode | Manual - 5 Gears | Manual - 5 Gears | Manual - 6 Gears | AMT is preferrable, but cost and efficiency is considered |
| FUEL | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Diesel | Petrol engines are cheaper |
| SAFETY |
5 Star 2 Airbags |
4 Star 2 Airbags |
3 Star 4 Front Airbags |
5 Star 2 Airbags |
Safer car is necessary due to regular long travels with family |
| COMFORT |
Spacious Cabin High ground clearance Better stability |
Quality Interior Rear AC vent Touch screen infotainment |
Boot capacity Rear AC vent Touch screen infotainment |
2-way rear seat adjustment 2-way adjustable head rest |
Comfortable and quality interiors to accomodate five people with infotaiment system |
| FEATURES |
EBA EmergencyBrake Assist ESP Electronic Stability program HAC Hill Assist Control TCS Traction Control System |
Reverse camera EBA, ESP, HAC, TCS LED headlights |
Reverse camera Automatic climate control |
Long wheel base Decent legroom |
Safety features and reverse camera helps to conclude the final selection |
By analyzing all the data mentioned above, I would suggest Pughazhyendhii to go with HYUNDAI VENUE S(O).
Mahindra XUV300 has high efficiency, but has the least boot capacity, no additional features and has a high price.
Sonet has the highest boot capacity, but has no legroom and is less safe considering they travel long distances frequently.
Nexon is also a good choice considering interior space, NCAP rating and AMT tranmission. But the low fuel efficiency, lack of rear AC vents, infotainment system and reverse camera are the main reasons to choose Venue.
Venue is a comfortable car for the driver with reverse camera, touch screen infotainment, quality interiors and as well as comfortable for the rear passengers with decent legroom and rear AC vents.
