Volkswagen Golf 2018 vs Mercedes A class 2015
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Volkswagen Golf) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Mercedes A class) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 184 HP | |
| Torque: | 340 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds | 7.4 seconds | |
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Mercedes A class is a more dynamic driving. Volkswagen Golf engine produces 34 HP less power than Mercedes A class, but torque is 40 NM more than Mercedes A class. Due to the lower power, Volkswagen Golf reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 6.6 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 50 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 142 mm (5.6 inches) | 93 mm (3.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volkswagen Golf 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. | |||
| 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 | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.26 m | 4.30 m | |
| Width: | 1.79 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.49 m | 1.43 m | |
| Volkswagen Golf is 4 cm shorter than the Mercedes A class, 1 cm wider, while the height of Volkswagen Golf is 6 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 380 litres | 341 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1270 litres | 1157 litres | |
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Volkswagen Golf has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Volkswagen Golf has 39 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes A class. The Mercedes A class may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volkswagen Golf (by 113 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen Golf is 0.1 metres less than that of the Mercedes A class. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`030 | 2`015 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | high | |
| Mercedes A class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volkswagen Golf has serious deffects in 50 percent more cases than Mercedes A class, so Mercedes A class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 11 600 | 16 200 | |
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