1996 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 500 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | G |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
