Audi A4 is more dynamic to drive. Audi A4 engine produces 14 HP more power than Mercedes C class, but torque is 40 NM less than Mercedes C class. Thanks to more power Audi A4 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds faster.
Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Audi A6, Audi A5, Audi A7
Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes S klase
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes C class might be a better choice in this respect.
Dimensions
Length:
4.70 m
4.61 m
Width:
1.83 m
1.77 m
Height:
1.44 m
1.46 m
Audi A4 is larger, but slightly lower. Audi A4 is 9 cm longer than the Mercedes C class, 6 cm wider, while the height of Audi A4 is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
490 litres
485 litres
Audi A4 has 5 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes C class.
Turning diameter:
11.4 meters
10.8 meters
The turning circle of the Audi A4 is 0.6 metres more than that of the Mercedes C class, which means Audi A4 can be harder 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.
