2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model A4 E
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 315 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 10.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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