Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors.
Performance
Power:
140 HP
113 HP
Torque:
290 NM
170 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
11.1 seconds
15.4 seconds
Audi A6 is more dynamic to drive. Audi A6 engine produces 27 HP more power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 120 NM more than Mercedes E class. Thanks to more power Audi A6 reaches 100 km/h speed 4.3 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.6
8.1
The Audi A6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Audi A6 consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that by driving the Audi A6 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 75 litres of fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
80 litres
65 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1050 km in combined cycle
800 km in combined cycle
1350 km on highway
1010 km on highway
Audi A6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
630'000 km
560'000 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 Audi A6 engine could be longer.
Engine production duration:
3 years
8 years
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 1996 2.5 engine: Quite reliable engine if not overheated. Occasionally, the high pressure fuel pump can cause problems.
Dimensions
Length:
4.80 m
4.80 m
Width:
1.78 m
1.80 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.44 m
Both cars are similar in size. Audi A6 and Mercedes E class are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity:
510 litres
515 litres
Audi A6 has 5 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class.
Turning diameter:
11.4 meters
11.3 meters
The turning circle of the Audi A6 is 0.1 metres more than that of the Mercedes E class.
Mercedes E class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Audi A6 has serious deffects in 10 percent more cases than Mercedes E class, so Mercedes E class quality is probably slightly better
