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 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 5437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |