2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (300 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |