2001 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercedes-Benz A | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | A | Salsa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |