2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz B 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 B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 280 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A3 | B |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |