Mercedes A class 2018 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: | 116 HP | 120 HP | |
| Torque: | 260 NM | 280 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds | |
| Mercedes A class engine produces 4 HP less power than Volvo V40, whereas torque is 20 NM less than Volvo V40. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 3.7 | |
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The Volvo V40 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes A class consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V40, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes A class could require 120 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 litres | 40 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 950 km in combined cycle | 1080 km in combined cycle | |
| 1070 km on highway | 1170 km on highway | ||
| Volvo V40 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) | 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 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 | 4.37 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.44 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes A class is 8 cm longer than the Volvo V40, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 335 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
370 litres | 1500 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | 10.8 meters | |
| Gross weight: | 1`935 kg | 1`995 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | 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 (€): | 29 400 | 11 400 | |
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