2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
