2002 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2002 Toyota Mark II
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz A and 2002 Toyota Mark II were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,084 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Mark II (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2002 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz A (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz A | 2002 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | A | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2084 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
