2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (280 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A4 | B |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |