2010 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2010 Toyota Corolla and 2010 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 Toyota Corolla (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corolla | A |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |