C 300 d vs A5 Sedan quattro
Mercedes-Benz · Audi
1/4 Mile winner
C 300 d
Beats the A5 Sedan quattro by 0.10s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the C 300 d beats the A5 Sedan quattro by a hair, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the C 300 d thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
269 hp
268 hp
0–100 km/h
5.7s
5.8s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
I4 Turbo Diesel
2.0L Turbo I4 MHEV
Fuel
Diesel
Mild Hybrid
Torque
550 Nm
400 Nm
Price
$64,000
$47,000
Simulated race times
Distance
C 300 d
A5 Sedan quattro
100 m
6.192s
6.241s
1/8 mile
9.129s
9.198s
1/4 mile
13.669s
13.765s
1 km
24.293s
24.434s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: A5 Sedan quattro is $47,000 vs $64,000 for the C 300 d — a $17,000 gap.
FAQ
Which is faster, the C 300 d or the A5 Sedan quattro?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the C 300 d is faster, beating the A5 Sedan quattro by 0.10 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the C 300 d vs the A5 Sedan quattro?
The C 300 d hits 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds, while the A5 Sedan quattro does it in 5.8 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The C 300 d produces 269 hp; the A5 Sedan quattro produces 268 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The C 300 d tops out at 250 km/h, and the A5 Sedan quattro reaches 250 km/h.
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