1997 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (88 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 740 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 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz A | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | A | Venza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |
