The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area.
Audi A6 is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class engine produces 78 HP less power than Audi A6, whereas torque is 177 NM less than Audi A6. Due to the lower power, Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 4.6 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
8.4
8.4
Fuel tank capacity:
72 litres
80 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
850 km in combined cycle
950 km in combined cycle
800 km with real consumption
850 km with real consumption
Audi A6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive)
Audi A6 2004: The vehicle features full-time Quattro IV all-wheel drive with Torsen center differential and electronic traction control, which operates at speeds up to 40 km/h (25 mph) and applies braking to spinning wheels, with the effect of locking the front and rear differentials.
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
560'000 km
470'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mercedes E class engine could be longer.
Engine production duration:
13 years
3 years
Engine spread:
Used only for this car
Used also on Volkswagen Phaeton
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
Dimensions
Length:
4.76 m
4.92 m
Width:
1.74 m
1.86 m
Height:
1.49 m
1.46 m
Mercedes E class is smaller, but slightly higher. Mercedes E class is 16 cm shorter than the Audi A6, 12 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes E class is 3 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
no data
546 litres
Turning diameter:
11.2 meters
12 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.8 metres less than that of the Audi A6, which means Mercedes E class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
