2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 490 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | ML | R8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2685 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |