2003 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 8 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | ML |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 93 L |
