2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2011 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | S | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
