Mercedes S class 2017 vs Audi S5 2016
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Mercedes S class is available with rear wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive, while Audi S5 can be equipped only with four wheel (4x4) drive. All-wheel drive models tend to consume more fuel, so if you don't need off road capabilities, Mercedes S class also offers 2-wheel drive versions for fuel economy. 2WD versions also have lower maintenance costs. | |||
| Engines: | 3.0 - 6.0 (petrol) | 3.0 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Audi S5 is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 367 - 630 HP | 347 - 354 HP | |
| Torque: | 500 - 1000 NM | 500 - 700 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 3.5 - 5.5 seconds | 4.7 - 4.8 seconds | |
| In general, Mercedes S class are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Audi S5. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.3 - 11.9 | 6.2 - 7.3 | |
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Mercedes S class petrol engines consumes on average 2.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than Audi S5. 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.03 m | 4.69 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.41 m | 1.37 m | |
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Mercedes S class is larger. Mercedes S class is 34 cm longer than the Audi S5, 5 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes S class is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 400 litres | 465 litres | |
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Audi S5 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Mercedes S class uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.9 meters | 11.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes S class is 0.4 metres more than that of the Audi S5, which means Mercedes S class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`591 kg | ~ 2`193 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 2`030 kg | ~ 1`688 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 561 kg | ~ 505 kg | |
| Mercedes S class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 10 procentiem more than Audi S5. Therefore, Mercedes S class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
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| Average price (€): | 42 000 | 40 800 | |
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