Mercedes E class 1989 vs Audi A6 2004

 
Mercedes E class
1989 - 1992
Audi A6
2004 - 2008
Body: Estate car / wagonSedan
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.
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 3.0 Petrol3.0 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming chain and belt

Performance

Power: 220 HP218 HP
Torque: 265 NM290 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.2 seconds7.9 seconds
Audi A6 is a more dynamic driving.
Mercedes E class engine produces 2 HP more power than Audi A6, but torque is 25 NM less than Audi A6. Despite the higher power, Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.810.6
The Audi A6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
Mercedes E class consumes 1.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A6, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes E class could require 180 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity: 72 litres70 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 610 km in combined cycle660 km in combined cycle
Audi A6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)Front wheel drive (FWD)

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 700'000 km530'000 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: 9 years8 years
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 m4.92 m
Width: 1.74 m1.86 m
Height: 1.49 m1.46 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 data546 litres
Turning diameter: 11.2 metersno data
Gross weight (kg): 1`9002`150
Safety: no data
Quality:
high

above average
Average price (€): 24003800
Pros and Cons: Mercedes E klase has
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
Audi A6 has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
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