2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz A and 2006 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | A | Altima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
