2008 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, both 2008 Audi S4 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2008 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4.
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2008 Audi S4 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S4 | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |