2004 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz A and 2004 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 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 164 kg more than 2004 Volvo S80.
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 S80 (281 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. 2004 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz A | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | A | S80 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |