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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 161 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.

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 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 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 Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 228 km/hour 229 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.6 seconds 9.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.2 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L