2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
