2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (469 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 656 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (282 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A4 | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 96 L |
