2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Audi A6. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A6.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 SL (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | SL | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2833 mm |
