2007 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
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 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S8 | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |
