2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 1 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2 | A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
