2008 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz A and 2008 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz A | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | A | 307 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 140 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1391 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |