2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |