2002 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz A and 2002 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 661 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz A | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | A | Avensis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |