2004 Italdesign Visconti vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Italdesign Visconti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Italdesign Visconti would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (399 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2004 Italdesign Visconti is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti will offer significantly more control. 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 Italdesign Visconti (680 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. 2004 Italdesign Visconti has automatic transmission and 2012 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Italdesign Visconti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Italdesign Visconti | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Italdesign | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Visconti | A |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 680 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |