2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A4 | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
