2004 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz A and 2004 Pontiac GTO were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 325 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 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. 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 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | A | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
