2009 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 326 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.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
