2007 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz A and 2007 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Eos 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 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | A | Eos |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |