2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,696 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A8 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |