2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. 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 SLR McLaren. 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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