2005 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (441 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A8 | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
