2009 Mazda Premacy 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 Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1377 kg more than 2009 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2009 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Premacy | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Premacy | A |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 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 | 1455 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |