2012 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2012 Audi S6 and 2012 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S6 (414 HP) has 213 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2012 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S6 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, both vehicles can yield 500 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi S6 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S6 | E |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
