2008 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Audi RS6 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (580 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 RS6 (881 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RS6 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4175 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
