2004 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz A and 2004 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 307 (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307.
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 (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 307. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | A | 307 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
