1991 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 100 | C |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
