2008 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Audi R8 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 Audi R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi R8 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | R8 | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |