2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B

To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 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, 2005 Audi A3 (330 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A3 2005 Mercedes-Benz B
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model A3 B
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3196 cc 1699 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.9 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 11.0:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.6 seconds 11.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 54 L


 

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