2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (271 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
