2006 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A3 | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
