2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A4 | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3090 mm |