2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz E and 2009 Audi A5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Audi A5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | E | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |