2007 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 6 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (357 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Audi S4. (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S4 | GL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 357 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3075 mm |
