Mercedes A class 2015 vs Mazda 3 2013
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 211 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 210 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.4 seconds | 9 seconds | |
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Mercedes A class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes A class engine produces 61 HP more power than Mazda 3, whereas torque is 140 NM more than Mazda 3. Thanks to more power Mercedes A class reaches 100 km/h speed 2.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.6 | 6.2 | |
| Mercedes A class consumes 0.4 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 60 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 51 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 750 km in combined cycle | 820 km in combined cycle | |
| 900 km on highway | 860 km on highway | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 93 mm (3.7 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: | 8 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes B klase | 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. | |||
| Mercedes A klase 2015 2.0 engine: This engine is economical for its power output but has several notable weaknesses. Problems with variable valve timing regulators (phasors) are common, often requiring attention due to malfunctions. The timing ... More about Mercedes A klase 2015 2.0 engine Mazda 3 2013 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 2013 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.30 m | 4.47 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.45 m | |
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Mercedes A class is smaller. Mercedes A class is 17 cm shorter than the Mazda 3, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes A class is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 341 litres | 364 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1157 litres | 1263 litres | |
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Mazda 3 has more luggage space. Mercedes A class has 23 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 3. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 3 (by 106 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes A class is 0.4 metres more than that of the Mazda 3, which means Mercedes A class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`030 | 1`835 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Mercedes A class scores higher in safety tests, but Mazda 3 is better rated in child safety tests. The Mazda 3 scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | high | average | |
| Mercedes A class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mazda 3 has serious deffects in 35 percent more cases than Mercedes A class, so Mercedes A class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 14 600 | 7000 | |
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