Mercedes A class 1997 vs Honda HR-V 1999
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Hatchback | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual/Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Mercedes A class is available only with front wheel drive, while Honda HR-V can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive. | |||
| Engines: | 1.4 - 1.9 (petrol, diesel) | 1.6 (petrol) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Mercedes A class is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 60 - 125 HP | 105 HP | |
| Torque: | 130 - 180 NM | 135 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.8 - 18.8 seconds | 12.1 - 13.2 seconds | |
| Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 - 8.2 | 8.6 - 8.7 | |
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Mercedes A class petrol engines consumes on average 1 litres less fuel per 100 km than Honda HR-V. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.58 m | 4.11 m | |
| Width: | 1.72 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.60 m | 1.59 m | |
| Mercedes A class is 53 cm shorter than the Honda HR-V, 2 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes A class is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 390 litres | 285 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
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Mercedes A class has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Mercedes A class has 105 litres more trunk space than the Honda HR-V. The Honda HR-V may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes A class is 0.1 metres less than that of the Honda HR-V. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | ~ 1`527 | ~ 1`610 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 800 | 1600 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.7/10 | 8.3/10 | |
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