2008 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz A and 2008 Toyota Auris were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 270 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 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris 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 | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | A | Auris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 155 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |