2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDI Avantgarde vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDI Avantgarde and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDI Avantgarde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDI Avantgarde (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDI Avantgarde should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDI Avantgarde weights approximately 98 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDI Avantgarde (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDI Avantgarde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDI Avantgarde | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A | A |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |