2008 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2008 Audi S8 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Audi S8. (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S8 | CLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 474 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |