2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 S (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | S | A6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
