2009 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | A | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2895 mm |