2009 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1152 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz A | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
Model | A | Vantage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |