2009 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Audi R8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 127 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R8 | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
