Mazda 2 2008 vs Mercedes A class 2008
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Petrol | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Mazda 2) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mercedes A class) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 103 HP | 82 HP | |
| Torque: | 137 NM | 180 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.4 seconds | 15 seconds | |
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Mazda 2 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda 2 engine produces 21 HP more power than Mercedes A class, but torque is 43 NM less than Mercedes A class. Thanks to more power Mazda 2 reaches 100 km/h speed 4.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.9 | 4.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.0 l/100km | 5.4 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes A class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda 2 consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes A class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mazda 2 could require 150 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda 2 consumes 1.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes A class. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 litres | 54 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 720 km in combined cycle | 1100 km in combined cycle | |
| 870 km on highway | 1250 km on highway | ||
| 610 km with real consumption | 1000 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes A class gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 390'000 km | 400'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 8 years | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda 2 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Mercedes A class 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: | 3.90 m | 3.88 m | |
| Width: | 1.70 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.59 m | |
| Mazda 2 is 2 cm longer than the Mercedes A class, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda 2 is 11 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 250 litres | 435 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1370 litres | |
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Mercedes A class has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mazda 2 has 185 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes A class. This could mean that the Mazda 2 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.8 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 2 is 1.2 metres less than that of the Mercedes A class, which means Mazda 2 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`485 | 1`835 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | average | above average | |
| Mercedes A class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mazda 2 has serious deffects in 20 percent more cases than Mercedes A class, so Mercedes A class quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 2400 | 3400 | |
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