2006 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 870 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |
