2005 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S4 | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
