2007 Audi S8 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 309 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (344 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S8 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
