2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6 | A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 7.5 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 | 1470 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
