1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yaris | A |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
