2007 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Audi S8 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 303 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S8 | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |