2008 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2003 Toyota Will
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Will would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Will weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2003 Toyota Will 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, 2003 Toyota Will 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, 2003 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | 2003 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | A | Will |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
