2005 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz A and 2005 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 660 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 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | A | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
