2005 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 5 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S4 | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
