2006 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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 B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | B | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
