2001 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (88 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
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 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | A | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
