2010 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz A and 2010 Volvo XC70 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. 2010 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mercedes-Benz A | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | A | XC70 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2034 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |