2006 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 370 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
