1997 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 1997 Audi A4 and 1997 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4, 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A4 | E |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |