2006 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S4 | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1402 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
