2007 Audi S8 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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 S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S8 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
