2005 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz A and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 324 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.
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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | A | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
