2005 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz A and 2005 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | A | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |
