2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 Mercedes-Benz A (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mazda Familia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | A |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |