2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (301 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 525 | A |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |