2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 572 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 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. 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 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | A |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 54 L |