2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RS6 | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 95 L |
