2011 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz A and 2011 Peugeot 3008 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (148 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | A | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2613 mm |
