1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (273 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | 200 | A7 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4969 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2914 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |