Mercedes A class 2018 vs Skoda Rapid 2012
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 1.6 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 116 HP | 105 HP | |
| Torque: | 260 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.5 seconds | 10.6 seconds | |
| Mercedes A class engine produces 11 HP more power than Skoda Rapid, whereas torque is 10 NM more than Skoda Rapid. Thanks to more power Mercedes A class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 4.3 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 litres | 55 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 104 mm (4.1 inches) | 136 mm (5.4 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Skoda Rapid 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 Skoda Rapid version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
| 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 | 4.48 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.71 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.46 m | |
| Mercedes A class is 4 cm shorter than the Skoda Rapid, 9 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes A class is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 550 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
370 litres | 1490 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | 10.6 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`935 | 1`725 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | average | |
| Mercedes A class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Skoda Rapid has serious deffects in 110 percent more cases than Mercedes A class, so Mercedes A class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 21 600 | 6200 | |
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