2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (232 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (347 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |