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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model A4 C
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 82.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L