2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz G and 2008 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 950 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | G | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
