2008 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 970 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3165 mm |
