2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 489 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (460 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | ML |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |