2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc, 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 975 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A8 | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
