2005 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model A6 ML
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 2685 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 88.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1805 kg 2175 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 83 L