2009 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | A | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
