1999 Peugeot Nautilus 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 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 750 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nautilus | A |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
