2000 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. 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 98 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (232 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (347 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A8 | ML |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |