2009 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz G. (377 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 970 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R8 | G |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
