2007 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Audi R8 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi R8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R8 | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
