2009 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3122 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
