2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz A and 2006 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 145 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.

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 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model A Camry
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 3310 cc
Horse Power 108 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 3840 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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