2001 Audi Allroad vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2001 Audi Allroad is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 1988 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Allroad | G |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
