2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (232 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7.8 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 | 1540 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |