2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2004 Audi RS6 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 301 kg more than 2004 Audi RS6.
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, 2004 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RS6 | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 86 L |
