2008 Audi RS6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 1 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 4,175 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (580 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi RS6 (881 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RS6 | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4175 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
