1998 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 Toyota Will
To start off, 2005 Toyota Will is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Will weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Will 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, 2005 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | 2005 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | A | Will |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
