2007 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 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 228 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 519 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, both vehicles can yield 540 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S8 | GL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
