Mercedes-Benz C-Klasse AMG (2000 – 2004) vs Audi RS 4 Avant (2000 – 2001): specs compared

The Audi RS 4 Avant is the more powerful of the two, with up to 380 hp against 354 hp. It is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 4.9 s against 5.2 s. The Mercedes-Benz C-Klasse AMG uses less fuel, from 7.6 L/100 km against 12.0 L/100 km. It is the lighter car, from 1,555 kg against 1,620 kg.

Specification Mercedes-Benz C-Klasse AMG Mercedes-Benz C-Klasse AMG 2000 – 2004 Audi RS 4 Avant Audi RS 4 Avant 2000 – 2001
Overview
Origin Germany Germany
Documented years 2000 – 2004 2000 – 2001
Body style — Avant · Estate / wagon
Variants 2 1
Fuel Diesel, Petrol Petrol
Drive RWD AWD
Gearbox Automatic Manual
Performance
Power 231 – 354 hp 380 hp
Torque 450 – 540 Nm 440 Nm
0–100 km/h 5.2 – 6.8 s 4.9 s
Top speed 250 km/h 250 km/h
Economy
Fuel economy 7.6 – 11.5 L/100 km 12.0 L/100 km
Dimensions
Length 4,526 mm 4,524 mm
Width 1,727 mm 1,798 mm
Height 1,415 mm 1,387 mm
Wheelbase 2,715 mm 2,606 mm
Curb weight 1,555 – 1,635 kg 1,620 kg

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