Mazda MX-5 2000 vs Mercedes A class 2013
| Body: | Cabrio | Hatchback | |
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 146 HP | 211 HP | |
| Torque: | 168 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.4 seconds | 6.5 seconds | |
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Mercedes A class is a more dynamic driving. Mazda MX-5 engine produces 65 HP less power than Mercedes A class, whereas torque is 182 NM less than Mercedes A class. Due to the lower power, Mazda MX-5 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.5 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 56 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Mercedes A klase 2013 2.0 engine: This engine is economical for its power output but has several notable weaknesses. Problems with variable valve timing regulators (phasors) are common, often requiring attention due to malfunctions. The timing ... More about Mercedes A klase 2013 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.98 m | 4.29 m | |
| Width: | 1.68 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.22 m | 1.43 m | |
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Mazda MX-5 is smaller. Mazda MX-5 is 32 cm shorter than the Mercedes A class, 10 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda MX-5 is 21 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 145 litres | 341 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
145 litres | 1157 litres | |
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Mercedes A class has more luggage space. Mazda MX-5 has 196 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes A class. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes A class (by 1012 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.7 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda MX-5 is 1.3 metres less than that of the Mercedes A class, which means Mazda MX-5 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`280 | 2`030 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 4400 | 8800 | |
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