1994 Eagle Summit vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1994 Eagle Summit.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Eagle Summit | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Eagle | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Summit | A |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
