2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz E and 2006 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 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 210 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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, 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 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | E | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
