2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A8 | SLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 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 | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |