Audi S8 2006 vs Mercedes E class 2002
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
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| Audi S8 is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas Mercedes E class has both automatic and manual transmission options. | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Audi S8 is available only with four wheel (4x4) drive, while Mercedes E class can be equipped with rear wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive. All-wheel drive models tend to consume more fuel, so if you don't need off road capabilities, Mercedes E class also offers 2-wheel drive versions for fuel economy. 2WD versions also have lower maintenance costs. | |||
| Engines: | 5.2 (petrol) | 1.8 - 5.4 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Mercedes E class is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 450 HP | 122 - 476 HP | |
| Torque: | 540 NM | 240 - 730 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.1 seconds | 4.7 - 12.1 seconds | |
| In general, Audi S8 are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Mercedes E class. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 13.0 | 5.9 - 12.9 | |
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Audi S8 petrol engines consumes on average 2.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than Mercedes E class. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 120 mm (4.7 inches) | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mercedes E class can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.06 m | 4.82 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.45 m | |
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Audi S8 is larger, but slightly lower. Audi S8 is 24 cm longer than the Mercedes E class, 8 cm wider, while the height of Audi S8 is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | 540 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 540 litres | |
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Mercedes E class has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Audi S8 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Audi S8 is 0.6 metres more than that of the Mercedes E class, which means Audi S8 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`540 kg | ~ 2`225 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`940 kg | ~ 1`694 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 600 kg | ~ 531 kg | |
| Audi S8 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 12 procentiem more than Mercedes E class. Therefore, Audi S8 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 12 000 | 2600 | |
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