2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2001 Mazda 6 and 2001 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (88 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda 6 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 6 | A |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |