2011 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi A8 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A8 | S |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 372 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |