Mercedes C class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class engine produces 50 HP more power than Audi A4, whereas torque is 110 NM more than Audi A4. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 2.4 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
4.7
4.7
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (Audi A4) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes C class) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions.
Dimensions
Length:
4.61 m
4.70 m
Width:
1.77 m
1.83 m
Height:
1.46 m
1.44 m
Mercedes C class is smaller, but slightly higher. Mercedes C class is 9 cm shorter than the Audi A4, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes C class is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
485 litres
490 litres
Mercedes C class has 5 litres less trunk space than the Audi A4.
Turning diameter:
10.8 meters
11.4 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 0.6 metres less than that of the Audi A4, which means Mercedes C class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Audi A4 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Mercedes C class, so Audi A4 quality could be a bit better.