2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A4 | CLC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
