2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz A 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 18 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 621 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | A | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
