2010 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2010 Audi A6 and 2010 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A6 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | B |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4915 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2842 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
