2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (271 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | E | S6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
