Mercedes A class 2018 vs Mazda 3 2016
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.3 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 136 HP | 165 HP | |
| Torque: | 200 NM | 210 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds | |
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Mazda 3 is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes A class engine produces 29 HP less power than Mazda 3, whereas torque is 10 NM less than Mazda 3. Due to the lower power, Mercedes A class reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 5.8 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 litres | 51 litres | |
| 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 | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mazda 3 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes B klase, Mercedes CLA, Mercedes GLA | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 6, Mazda MX-5, Mazda CX-5, Mazda CX-3 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda 3 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. | |||
| Mazda 3 2016 2.0 engine: This engine is not well-suited for low-quality fuel, as it quickly clogs the fuel system. The use of substandard fuel often leads to the failure of expensive ignition coils, resulting in significant repair ... More about Mazda 3 2016 2.0 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 |
no data | 1334 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | 10.6 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`865 | 1`815 | |
| 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 (€): | 21 600 | 10 400 | |
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