2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 681 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
