2007 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2007 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz A and 2007 Suzuki Alto 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 32 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Alto. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | 2007 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | A | Alto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
