2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 699 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | GL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |