2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 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 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
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2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |