2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (372 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A8.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | E | A8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |