2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | R |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |