2008 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (372 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | S | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
