Mercedes A class 2018 vs Mazda 3 2016
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 1.5 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 116 HP | 105 HP | |
| Torque: | 260 NM | 270 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds | |
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Mercedes A class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes A class engine produces 11 HP more power than Mazda 3, but torque is 10 NM less than Mazda 3. Thanks to more power Mercedes A class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 4.4 | |
| Mercedes A class consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes A class could require 15 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 litres | 51 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 950 km in combined cycle | 1150 km in combined cycle | |
| 1070 km on highway | 1240 km on highway | ||
| Mazda 3 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 104 mm (4.1 inches) | 155 mm (6.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 14 years | 12 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Dacia Duster | Used also on Mazda 2 | |
| 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. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Mazda 3 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. | |||
| Mercedes A klase 2018 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 2018 1.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.45 m | 4.47 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.45 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes A class is 3 cm shorter than the Mazda 3, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes A class is 1 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 364 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
370 litres | 1263 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | 10.6 meters | |
| Gross weight: | 1`935 kg | 1`900 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`370 kg | 1`285 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 565 kg | 615 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | low | |
| Mercedes A class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mazda 3 has serious deffects in 140 percent more cases than Mercedes A class, so Mercedes A class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 29 200 | 9400 | |
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