2009 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2009 Audi S8 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S8 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S8 | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |