2009 Audi A5 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A5 | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3020 mm |
