2000 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1783 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 R8 (339 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R8 | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
