2008 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | A | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
