2008 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz A and 2008 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 7 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 (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz A | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | A | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |