2007 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Audi S4. (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S4 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S4 | GL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |