2009 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2010 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2010 Mazda B4000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 146 kg more than 2010 Mazda B4000.
Because 2010 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda B4000 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 | 2010 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
Model | A | B4000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |