2000 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2000 Audi S8 and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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 S8 (583 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S8 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S8 | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 241 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 68.2 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |