2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 204 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model A4 C
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2987 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 235 km/hour 241 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.3 seconds 7.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L