2009 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz R and 2009 Audi A3 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 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | 2009 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | R | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
