2008 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer

To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz A 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercury
Model A Mountaineer
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2034 cc 4009 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 344 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1305 kg 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 3840 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 15.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 85 L


 

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