2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDi Avantgarde vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Elegance Autotronic
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDi Avantgarde and 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Elegance Autotronic were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Elegance Autotronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDi Avantgarde (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Elegance Autotronic. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDi Avantgarde should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Elegance Autotronic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDi Avantgarde weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Elegance Autotronic. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDi Avantgarde (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Elegance Autotronic. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDi Avantgarde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Elegance Autotronic. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Elegance Autotronic has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDi Avantgarde has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDi Avantgarde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Elegance Autotronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 CDi Avantgarde | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 200 Elegance Autotronic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A | A |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
