2005 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz A and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 234 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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 (300 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz A | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | A | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |