2000 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 595 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 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 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 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | A | X1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
