2012 Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDi Classic vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance

To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDi Classic and 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDi Classic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDi Classic. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDi Classic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDi Classic weights approximately 1 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance.

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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDi Classic (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDi Classic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDi Classic 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model A A
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1699 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 15 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1325 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 4.9 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 60 L


 

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