2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 612 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 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model A4 S
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 4261 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1887 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5170 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 14 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 88 L


 

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