2006 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 540 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi S4 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S4 | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 96 L |