2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Classic vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Avantgarde Automatic
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Classic and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Avantgarde Automatic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Avantgarde Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Avantgarde Automatic (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Classic. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Avantgarde Automatic should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Classic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Avantgarde Automatic weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Classic. 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 Avantgarde Automatic (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Classic. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Avantgarde Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Classic. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Avantgarde Automatic has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Classic has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Classic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Avantgarde Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Classic | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Avantgarde Automatic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A | A |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2034 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 | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1345 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 | 6.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
