2005 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Audi S4 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (138 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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 S4 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S4 | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |