1996 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A4 | B |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
