2009 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (349 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |