2008 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Audi S6 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S6 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
