Benchmarking

Benchmarking:

Benchmarking is a process of measuring the performance of a company’s products, services, or processes against those of another business considered to be the best in the industry, aka “best in class.” The point of benchmarking is to identify internal opportunities for improvement. By studying companies with superior performance, breaking down what makes such superior performance possible, and then comparing those processes to how your business operates, you can implement changes that will yield significant improvements.

• Identify the components to benchmark.
• Analyze the components.
• Integrate operational goals.
• Formulate an action plan.
• Incorporate the best practices.

1.Maruti Baleno:

Maruti baleno is a hatchback car model.Its on road price in bangalore costs around 9.5 lakhs.It is petrol variant with an option of automatic gear.The engine capacity is 1197cc.its length is under 4 m i.,e 3990mm.Powering the new facelifted Maruti Baleno is a 1.2-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine with idle start-stop technology, producing a maximum power output of 89bhp and 113Nm of torque. Transmission options include a five-speed manual unit and an AMT unit.It has ABS and Brake assist.It has hill assist features also.It has front impact and side impact beams.

Positive's

• Spacious cabin - Long hours of commuting possible, rear seating for three adults
• Loaded with features - This large/spacious hatchback gets plenty of modern equipment
• Peppy engine - Acceleration is brisk, refined engine revs cleanly up to 6000rpm

Negative's

• Cabin is not quiet - A fair amount of external/road noises filter into the cabin
• A more powerful motor as an option- Being dynamically sorted, it'd have been a hoot
• Tall boot - A high loading lip means considerable luggage lifting is required

Mileage:

City - 19kmpl

ARAI - 22.94kmpl

2.Toyota Glanza:

Toyota glanza is hatchback car model with CNG variant also.Its on road price in bangalore costs around 9.65 lakhs

The Toyota Glanza is powered by a 1.2-litre, four-cylinder, dual VVT petrol engine that produces 89bhp and 113Nm of torque. This motor is paired to a five-speed manual unit and an AMT unit.It has 1197cc engine.

Positive's

• Unlike the Maruti Baleno - The varied visual appearance gives it a different identity
• Spacious cabin - It is a big hatchback that's practical with ample usable storage spaces
• Fuel efficient motor - The idle start/stop technology improves efficiency substantially
• Attractive warranty - The warranty extension is a convincing five years/2.20-lakh km
• Toyota aftersales - The compelling and reliable after-sales network is a huge plus

Negative's

• Boot accessibility - A high and slightly narrow loading lip makes it a chore to load it
• Middle occupant inconvenience - The air-con vent console restricts legroom, no headrest.

Mileage:

City - 17-18kmpl

ARAI - 22.94 kmpl

3.TATA Tigor

TATA Tigor comes under sedan model car.Its on road price in bangalore costs around 9.65 lakhs.It has EV variant also.It has The Petrol engine is 1199 cc It is available with Manual & Automatic transmission.Depending upon the variant and fuel type the Tigor has a mileage of . The Tigor is a 5 seater 3 cylinder car and has length of 3993, width of 1677 and a wheelbase of 2450.It has moreboot space of 419 litres.

Postive's

• Sharper styling - This iteration has a more purposeful and confident stance 
• G-NCAP safety - A four-star rating inspires a lot of confidence amongst buyers 
• Compact footprint - This makes urban driving in the Tigor an easy affair 
• Fair performance - The motor/gearbox options offer decent grunt for regular driving 
• Pliant ride - Mildly firm at slow speeds, strong enough to take on the worst of roads

Negative's

• Cabin quality - Inconsistent fit and finish, not up to the segment standard 
• Interior space - Some rivals offer substantially more cabin room 
• Restrictive visibility - The high boot section considerably limits rear visibility

Mileage:

City - 16-17kmpl

ARAI - 19.27 kmpl

4.TATA Tiago:

TATA Tiago comes under hatchback model.Its on road price in bangalore costs around 8.65 lakhs.

The Tiago gets its power from a 1.2-litre petrol engine (making 86PS and 113Nm) coupled to a standard five-speed manual, a five-speed AMT is optional. A CNG kit is also available with the petrol engine (with only a five-speed MT) producing 73PS and 95Nm.

Positive's