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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 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 83 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 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cavalier | A |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 L |