Audi A6 1996 vs Mercedes E class 2002

 
Audi A6
1996 - 1997
Mercedes E class
2002 - 2006
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 1.8 Petrol1.8 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing chain and beltTiming chain

Performance

Power: 125 HP163 HP
Torque: 168 NM240 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.9 seconds9.6 seconds
Mercedes E class is a more dynamic driving.
Audi A6 engine produces 38 HP less power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 72 NM less than Mercedes E class. Due to the lower power, Audi A6 reaches 100 km/h speed 3.3 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.88.4
The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
Audi A6 consumes 1.4 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 210 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity: 80 litres65 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 810 km in combined cycle770 km in combined cycle
1030 km on highway1060 km on highway
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Drive type

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

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 460'000 km440'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration: 4 years13 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Audi A4, Volkswagen Golf, Skoda Octavia, Volkswagen BoraInstalled on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes CLK, Mercedes SLK
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
Audi A6 1996 1.8 engine: This engine is known for its reliability and durability, often lasting over 450,000 km with proper maintenance. Regular maintenance, particularly using high-quality oil, is essential to maximize its lifespan and performance. One of the most common issues is the failure of the vacuum regulator for the intake ...  More about Audi A6 1996 1.8 engine 

Mercedes E klase 2002 1.8 engine: The most notable issue with this engine is the sticking of exhaust valves due to carbon buildup. Another significant problem is the unreliable timing chain, which can stretch by 100,000 km. Early symptoms of a ...  More about Mercedes E klase 2002 1.8 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 4.80 m4.82 m
Width: 1.78 m1.82 m
Height: 1.43 m1.45 m
Audi A6 is smaller.
Audi A6 is 2 cm shorter than the Mercedes E class, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Audi A6 is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 510 litres540 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data540 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage space.
Audi A6 has 30 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class.
Turning diameter: 11.4 meters11.4 meters
Gross weight (kg): 1`9352`105
Safety: no data
Quality:Mercedes E class has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Audi A6 has serious deffects in 245 percent more cases than Mercedes E class, so Mercedes E class quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 12002600
Pros and Cons: Audi A6 has
  • lower price
Mercedes E klase has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • lower fuel consumption
  • roomier boot
  • fewer faults
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