2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2008 Honda HR-V and 2008 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 28 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | HR-V | A |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |