2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A4 | B |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |