2008 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 466 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza 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 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | A | Venza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
