2001 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A8 | G |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |
