2005 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz A and 2005 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | A | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
