2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 229 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2007 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |