2006 Audi Allroad vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Audi Allroad.
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, 2006 Audi Allroad (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 1989 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Allroad | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.3 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
