2008 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A8 | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
