2005 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2010 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2010 Hyundai H1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai H1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | 2010 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
| Model | A | H1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
