Audi A6 2006 vs Mercedes E class 2006
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 3.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 233 HP | 224 HP | |
| Torque: | 450 NM | 540 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds | |
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Mercedes E class is a more dynamic driving. Audi A6 engine produces 9 HP more power than Mercedes E class, but torque is 90 NM less than Mercedes E class. Despite the higher power, Audi A6 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.8 | 7.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.3 l/100km | 8.5 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Audi A6 consumes 1.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Audi A6 could require 180 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Audi A6 consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 900 km in combined cycle | 920 km in combined cycle | |
| 860 km with real consumption | 820 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
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Audi A6 has 4x4: 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. Allroad versions can be equipped with optional low range gears | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 21 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Audi A4, Audi A8 | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes G klase | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes E class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Audi A6 2006 3.0 engine: The camshaft is driven by a set of four chains, which means that replacement costs are high. Mercedes E klase 2006 3.0 engine: A reliable yet dynamic engine. Frequent oil leaks, engine crankcase ventilation problems. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.93 m | 4.85 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.52 m | 1.50 m | |
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Audi A6 is larger. Audi A6 is 8 cm longer than the Mercedes E class, 4 cm wider, while the height of Audi A6 is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 560 litres | 690 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1900 litres | |
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Mercedes E class has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Audi A6 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Audi A6 is 0.6 metres more than that of the Mercedes E class, which means Audi A6 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`510 kg | 2`460 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | average | below average | |
| Audi A6 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mercedes E class has serious deffects in 10 percent more cases than Audi A6, so Audi A6 quality is probably slightly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 3400 | 5000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
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