Audi S4 2019 vs Mercedes C class 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 3.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Audi S4) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Mercedes C class) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 347 HP | 390 HP | |
| Torque: | 700 NM | 520 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.8 seconds | 4.7 seconds | |
| Audi S4 engine produces 43 HP less power than Mercedes C class, but torque is 180 NM more than Mercedes C class. Due to the lower power, Audi S4 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.2 | 9.3 | |
|
The Audi S4 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Audi S4 consumes 3.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class, which means that by driving the Audi S4 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 465 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 930 km in combined cycle | 700 km in combined cycle | |
| 1030 km on highway | 880 km on highway | ||
| Audi S4 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.75 m | 4.70 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.40 m | 1.43 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Audi S4 is 5 cm longer than the Mercedes C class, width is practically the same , while the height of Audi S4 is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 420 litres | 480 litres | |
|
Mercedes C class has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Audi S4 has 60 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes C class. This could mean that the Audi S4 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | 12.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Audi S4 is 0.5 metres less than that of the Mercedes C class, which means Audi S4 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`315 | 2`225 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 17 800 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Audi S4 has
|
Mercedes C klase has
| |