2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 E. 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 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |