2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
