2007 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango.
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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | 2001 Seat Tango | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | A | Tango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
