2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2010 Audi A8 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | E500 | A8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 440 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5192 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3073 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |