2001 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 3,696 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 811 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M 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 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | A | M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
