2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 820 kg more than 2007 Audi A8. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A8 | GL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3122 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 335 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |