2003 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz A and 2003 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz A. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz A | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | A | 407 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1403 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |