2004 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G

To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 9 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 888 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.

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2004 Audi A6 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model A6 G
Year Released 2004 2013
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V electric
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 529 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 759 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 98 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 221 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 5.4 seconds
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 2550 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4763 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2055 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1938 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.2 L/100km 13.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 17.5 L/100km