2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz A.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz A. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 2003 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MM Roadster | A |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
