2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RS6 | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
