2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2004 Hyundai Accent 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent. 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 (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Accent | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accent | A |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |