2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 775 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | A | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2033 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 87 L |
