1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Space Wagon | A |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2570 mm |
