2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 6 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, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
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 2011 Audi S4. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S4. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | E500 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
