2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model A4 Bionic Car Concept
Year Released 2007 2005
Engine Size 1779 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 18.0:1
Top Speed 228 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.6 seconds 8.2 seconds
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L