2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (218 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model A4 C
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2148 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 218 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 88.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 244 km/hour 229 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1225 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 66 L