2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Audi RS6. (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RS6 | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1951 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 95 L |
