2011 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi S4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 275 kg more than 2011 Audi S4.
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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Audi S4 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S4 | E |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4895 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1829 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1517 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2874 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |