2007 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2007 Peugeot 107
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz A and 2007 Peugeot 107 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | 2007 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | A | 107 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
