2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 C. 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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A8 | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |