2007 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2007 Audi S8 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S8 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1605 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
