2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | A |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
