2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A3 | A |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |