2010 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R.
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 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | R | A6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5156 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3216 mm | 2833 mm |
