1995 Audi S6 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi S6 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Audi S6. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Audi S6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi S6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi S6 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S6 | M |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2915 mm |
