2000 Westfield ZEI vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Westfield ZEI 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 2110 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2000 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Westfield ZEI | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Westfield | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ZEI | A |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
