2007 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S4 | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |