2005 Honda FR-V vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Honda FR-V.
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, 2005 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda FR-V | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FR-V | A |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |