2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Yaris | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Yaris | A |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |