2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 180 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 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | S |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 88 L |