1996 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A3 | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
