2005 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz A and 2005 Toyota Tazz were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (104 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 Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | A | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 1298 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 14.1 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 | 1240 kg | 985 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
