2000 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (221 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 332 kg more than 2000 Audi A6.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | ML |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
