1997 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (58 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 675 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A.
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1997 Mercedes-Benz A | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | A | EX |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4631 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1589 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |