2006 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A

To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz B and 2006 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,033 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A 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 70 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 (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mercedes-Benz B 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model B A
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1699 cc 2033 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 184 km/hour 200 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.6 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 54 L


 

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