2004 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz A and 2004 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 349 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 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | A | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
