1992 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi 100 (277 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Audi 100 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi 100 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 100 | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
