2004 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 680 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | GL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
