2004 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz A and 2004 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 (140 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (126 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz A | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | A | Colt |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |