Tata Intra V70 has more payload capacity than many of its competitors in the small commercial vehicle segment. But it comes at a premium price point. The question among potential buyers and fleet operators is whether the extra payload is worth the higher up front cost. Others claim that the added capacity makes for more efficient trips and higher potential earnings, but others say the price differential is too steep for the marginal payload increase. It also mentions elements of the total cost of ownership (TCO) over the lifetime of the vehicle: fuel efficiency, maintenance cost and resale value. The question of how to answer this question leads to a discussion about the economics of commercial vehicle operations and the trade offs between capacity, cost, and long term value.