2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 6 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 2,033 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 6 | A |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2033 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |