2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
