2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
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 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | C | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |