2009 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | R8 | B |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |