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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (370 Nm @ 1500 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 | 2496 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 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 | 1590 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |