2009 Audi A5 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.

Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A5 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model A5 C
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3197 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4592 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1445 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2761 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 66 L


 

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