2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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 (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
Model | A | Carol |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |