2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1088 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 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 Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | Sprinter | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2768 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6939 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2814 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4326 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
