2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 925 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (457 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
