Road Tests: Comparison Tests

We rigorously test and compare competing vehicles and then rank them based on a number of factors including: performance, features, price, design and the editors' personal preferences.
Comparison Test: 2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C350
The all-new A4 faces its key German rival in the compact entry-level luxury segment. We find out if it's got the stuff to succeed in a brutally competitive market.
Consumer Comparison Test: 2008 Economy Sedans
Six consumers become automotive journalists for the day and compare three economy sedans.


Recent Comparison Tests


Road Tests Legend

First Drives: Our first opportunity to get behind the wheel of a new vehicle and experience it for a limited time.

Full Test: A comprehensive vehicle review, including performance testing, editorial opinions, an audio system evaluation and owner feedback.

Follow-Up Test: A report on selected vehicles after they have been "updated" by the manufacturer following a major redesign.

Long-Term Test: A one-to-two-year test of a vehicle, with quarterly updates, that focuses on dealership service, quality and dependability, and the overall ownership experience.

Comparison Test: An in-depth analysis of competing vehicles within a market segment, including editorial opinions, an audio system evaluation and their overall rating.


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