1997 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1225 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | A | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2895 mm |