2007 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 534 kg more than 2007 Audi A8.
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 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A8 | R |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |