1998 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | A | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2728 mm |
