2004 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2004 BMW 525 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 744 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 525 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 2004 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 525 | A |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |