2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Audi A4 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 (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 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 Audi A4 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 A4 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 A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 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. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Audi A4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | C | A4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |