2004 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz A and 2004 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz A | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | A | Yaris |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1363 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |