2008 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S8 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Audi S8. (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S8 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
