2000 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 514 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz A | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | A | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
