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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 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 156 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 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 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 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 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 | 3498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
