2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo and 2005 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (81 HP @ 5000 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 175 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2005 Audi A6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | Vaneo | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3121 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |