2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R. 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 Mercedes-Benz R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A4 | R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5461 cc |
| 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 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
