2003 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| 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 | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
