2001 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, both 2001 Mercedes-Benz A and 2001 Volkswagen Quantum were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (88 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 15 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercedes-Benz A | 2001 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | A | Quantum |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |