2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Audi A8 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A8 | E |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.7 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |