2006 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,997 cc, 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (383 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (530 Nm @ 280 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A8 | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 280 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
