hello all... I'm considering buying a new vehicle. I have yet to test drive either, and i realize test driving is the best way to answer questions... however i'd rather get some more opinions before going into a dealership.
So it came down to the '09 MB C350 4matic vs. '09 Audi's A5.
basically an auto sedan vs. manuel coupe. both all wheel drive, running on similar specs, both V6's running about 268 hp, 250 lb torque and around same weight. both around 55K with options.
i'm not really willing to spend much more than that. purchasing an m3, c63, rs4 would be wicked but doesn't seem ideal to me. speed is fun... but i don't go to the track and i don't think i would even be able to have fun and push a car like that to anywhere near it's limits in cgy. not interested in the new acura models and the IS seems too similar to my mum's camry. i own an x3 so i stayed away from bmw because sitting in a 3 series feels almost exactly the same to me.. not that it's bad thing but i wanted something a little more different.
Anyone with any experience with the two cars or companies? I've never owned a car from either so i'm a little worried about reliability/dependability, interior functionality, overall performance, drive experience as well as how they treat their customers. bang olufsen vs. harman kardon? 4MATIC vs. Quattro? rumors about '10 models?
Opinions please!