2004 Mazda 3 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 3 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,687 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 3 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3 | A |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |