2012 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2012 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz A and 2012 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (115 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 166 kg more than 2012 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz A (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | 2012 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | A | 207 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
