2012 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Audi A6.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | S | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 616 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
