1996 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 566 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.

Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Audi A6 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model A6 Vito
Year Released 1996 2009
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 2151 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 149 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 1800 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 88.4 mm
Top Speed 216 km/hour 164 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 17.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 2016 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 78 L


 

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