2010 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2010 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A8 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A8 | S |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5192 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3073 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
