2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |