2010 Volkswagen CC vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 171 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 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen CC | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CC | A |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |