2012 Mercedes-Benz A 170 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDi Classic
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 170 and 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDi Classic 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 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDi Classic. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 170 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 86 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 170.
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. (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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 170 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDi Classic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A | A |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
