2009 Audi A5 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A5 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |