2006 Honda Element vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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 370 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Element | A |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |