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. Both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C are equipped with a 2,496 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 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 Audi A4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.

Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C. 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 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 11.2:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 220 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 8.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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