2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. 2006 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A8 | B |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
