2004 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz A and 2004 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (167 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 276 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.
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 Volvo S60 (225 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (140 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | A | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |