2012 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz A and 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 2012 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Mercedes-Benz A | 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | A | Pajero |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2034 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |