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 |
