2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A4 | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |