Mercedes S class 2017 vs Audi A5 2019
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 4.0 Petrol | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Mercedes S class) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Audi A5) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 469 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 700 NM | 380 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds | |
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Mercedes S class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes S class engine produces 306 HP more power than Audi A5, whereas torque is 320 NM more than Audi A5. Thanks to more power Mercedes S class reaches 100 km/h speed 3.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.3 | 5.6 | |
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The Audi A5 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes S class consumes 2.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A5, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes S class could require 405 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 40 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 960 km in combined cycle | 710 km in combined cycle | |
| 1210 km on highway | 1050 km on highway | ||
| Mercedes S class 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: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Audi A5) 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 S 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: | 5.03 m | 4.70 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.41 m | 1.37 m | |
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Mercedes S class is larger. Mercedes S class is 34 cm longer than the Audi A5, 5 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes S class is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 400 litres | 450 litres | |
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Audi A5 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Mercedes S class uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | 11.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes S class is 0.1 metres more than that of the Audi A5. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`630 kg | 2`010 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`000 kg | 1`490 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 630 kg | 520 kg | |
| Mercedes S class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 17 procentiem more than Audi A5. Therefore, Mercedes S class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
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| Average price (€): | 44 800 | 19 200 | |
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