2002 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 380 kg more than 2002 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 R (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | R |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |