2001 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | E |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |