2005 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 6 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A8 | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |
