2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 549 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 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | C | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3122 mm |
