2000 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (591 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz A | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | A | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 21.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
