2000 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 676 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A4 | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2091 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
