2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 SLK. 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 Audi A6 (320 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | SLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |