1996 Audi S6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 699 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (540 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S6 | GL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
