2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A8 | ML |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 5460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |