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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. 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 E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |