2009 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1620 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A3 | G |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 96 L |
