2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 151 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (310 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cavalier | A |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
