2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2007 Audi RS4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. (302 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL.
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 (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi RS4. (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi RS4. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi RS4 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RS4 | GL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |