2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A3 | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |