2007 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 5 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 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S8 | Viano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |