2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz V were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 210 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A4 | V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
