2002 Lada 110 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 110 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1810 kg more than 2002 Lada 110. 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 (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 110 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 110 | A |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
