BMW 6 series 2017 vs Mercedes A class 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Petrol | 1.3 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 340 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 450 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.4 seconds | 8 seconds | |
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BMW 6 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 6 series engine produces 177 HP more power than Mercedes A class, whereas torque is 200 NM more than Mercedes A class. Thanks to more power BMW 6 series reaches 100 km/h speed 2.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.0 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 litres | 43 litres | |
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Mercedes A class) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW 6 series) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 138 mm (5.4 inches) | 104 mm (4.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 6 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this BMW 6 series version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from four 4x4 versions of BMW 6 series 2017 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 330'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 9 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 11 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW X5, BMW 7 sērija, BMW 1 sērija | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes B klase, Mercedes CLA, Mercedes GLA | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 6 series might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The BMW 6 series engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.09 m | 4.45 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.54 m | 1.44 m | |
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BMW 6 series is larger. BMW 6 series is 65 cm longer than the Mercedes A class, 11 cm wider, while the height of BMW 6 series is 10 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 610 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1800 litres | 370 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 12.5 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`450 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | high | |
| Average price (€): | 39 400 | 25 800 | |
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