2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (168 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 400 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 Viano. 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 Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
