Mercedes A class 2018 vs Skoda Scala 2019

 
Mercedes A class
2018 -
Skoda Scala
2019 -
Gearbox: ManualAutomatic
Engine: 1.3 Petrol1.5 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming belt
Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating.

Performance

Power: 109 HP150 HP
Torque: 180 NM250 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.9 seconds8.2 seconds
Skoda Scala is a more dynamic driving.
Mercedes A class engine produces 41 HP less power than Skoda Scala, whereas torque is 70 NM less than Skoda Scala. Due to the lower power, Mercedes A class reaches 100 km/h speed 2.7 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): no data5.0
Fuel tank capacity: 43 litres50 litres

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 350'000 km330'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration: 6 years7 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes B klase, Mercedes CLA, Mercedes GLAInstalled on at least 7 other car models, including Skoda Octavia, Audi A3, Skoda Superb, Audi Q3, Audi A1
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Skoda Scala might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets: noyes
The Skoda Scala 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.

Dimensions

Length: 4.45 m4.36 m
Width: 1.80 m1.79 m
Height: 1.44 m1.47 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes A class is 8 cm longer than the Skoda Scala, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes A class is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: no data467 litres
Turning diameter: no data10.9 meters
Gross weight (kg): 1`8601`718
Safety: no data
Quality:
high
no data
Average price (€): 21 60017 400
Pros and Cons: Mercedes A klase has
  • timing chain engine
Skoda Scala has
  • timing belt engine
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • lower price
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