2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 567 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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, 2005 Audi A8 (560 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A8 | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2685 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |