2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A8 | B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
