2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | Vito | A8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3073 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |
