2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2000 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Toyota Picnic.
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, 2000 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 2000 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | A | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
