2007 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz A and 2007 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 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 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | A | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |