Comparison Audi A8 Long (D3, 4E, facelift 2005) 4.2 BiTDI V8 (326 Hp) quattro DPF Tiptronic & Mercedes-Benz A-class (W176) A 160 CDI (90 Hp) DCT
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| Brand: | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | A8 | A-class |
| Generation: | A8 Long (D3, 4E, facelift 2005) | A-class (W176) |
| Engine / modification: | 4.2 BiTDI V8 (326 Hp) quattro DPF Tiptronic | A 160 CDI (90 Hp) DCT |
| Production start: | 2005 year | 2013 year |
| Production end: | 2007 year | 2015 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 5 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 13.4 l/100 km | 5.0-4.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 7.5 l/100 km | 3.8-3.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 9.4 l/100 km | 4.3-4.0 l/100 km |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.27 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 90 l | 50 l |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 | Euro 5 |
| CO2 emissions: | 105-98 g/km | |
| Power: | 326 hp | 90 hp |
| Max power in: | 3750 rpm. | 2750-4000 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 6.1 sec | 13.8 sec |
| Torque: | 650 Nm @ 1600-3500 rpm. | 240 Nm @ 1700-2500 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | BVN | OM 607 DE 15 LA |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, transverse |
| Engine displacement: | 4134 cm3 | 1461 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 10.0 l | |
| Coolant: | 14.9 l | |
| Fuel System: | Diesel Commonrail | Diesel Commonrail |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | BiTurbo | Turbo / Intercooler (Turbocharging / Intercooler) |
| Position of cylinders: | V engine | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 | 4 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 16.5 | 15.5 |
| Piston Stroke: | 95.5 mm | |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm | |
| Wheel Drive: | All wheel drive (4x4) | Front wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 6 Tiptronic | 7G-DCT |
| Length: | 5192 mm | 4292 mm |
| Width: | 1894 mm | 1780 mm |
| Height: | 1455 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 3074 mm | 2699 mm |
| Front track: | 1629 mm | 1553 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1615 mm | 1552 mm |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 500 l | 341 l |
| Maximum amount of Luggage (trunk): | 1157 l | |
| Front suspension: | Multi-link suspension | McPherson |
| Rear suspension: | Independent on trapezoidal lever | Trailing |
| Max weight: | 2595 kg | 1960 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Ventilated discs | Disc |
| Kerb Weight: | 1995 kg | 1395 kg |
| ABS: | yes | yes |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | Electric Steering |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.5 m | 11 m |
| Tire size: | 235/55 R17 | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size: | 8J x 17 | R15 |