1989 Peugeot Oxia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot Oxia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot Oxia would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot Oxia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 557 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 96 kg more than 1989 Peugeot Oxia.
Because 1989 Peugeot Oxia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot Oxia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Oxia | B |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 726 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1630 mm |
