1996 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 16 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 95 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S6 | ML |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 616 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 93 L |
