2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | A |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |