1996 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 1996 Audi A6 and 1996 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (151 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. 1996 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Audi A6 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | C |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |