2005 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz A and 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 Mercedes-Benz A (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz A | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | A | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |