2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz A and 2006 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,033 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | A | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2033 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.7 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 | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
