2005 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz A and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. 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 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | A | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
