2005 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 639 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S4 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
