Mercedes A class 2015 vs Volvo V40 2016
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 109 HP | 120 HP | |
| Torque: | 260 NM | 280 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds | |
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Volvo V40 is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes A class engine produces 11 HP less power than Volvo V40, whereas torque is 20 NM less than Volvo V40. Due to the lower power, Mercedes A class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 3.7 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 40 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 93 mm (3.7 inches) | 144 mm (5.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo V40 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 Volvo V40 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 14 years | 4 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Dacia Duster | Used also on Volvo V40 Cross Country | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes A class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mercedes A klase 2015 1.5 engine: The engine has undergone numerous modifications and is relatively commonplace, with a plentiful supply of spare parts. It exhibits an optimal fuel consumption/power ratio. However, the fuel injection system ... More about Mercedes A klase 2015 1.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.30 m | 4.37 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.44 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes A class is 7 cm shorter than the Volvo V40, 2 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 341 litres | 335 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1157 litres | 1500 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes A class is 0.2 metres more than that of the Volvo V40. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`960 kg | 1`995 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | above average | |
| Mercedes A class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volvo V40 has serious deffects in 50 percent more cases than Mercedes A class, so Mercedes A class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 12 800 | 11 200 | |
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