2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | A |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1898 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
