Mercedes C class is a more dynamic driving. Audi A6 engine produces 5 HP less power than Mercedes C class, whereas torque is 10 NM less than Mercedes C class. Due to the lower power, Audi A6 reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds later.
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
10 years
Engine spread:
Used also on Audi A4
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes CLK
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes C class might be a better choice in this respect.
Audi A6 1997 2.4 engine: Engines is considered quite reliable. It features a cast-iron cylinder block and a timing system driven by a toothed belt, which operates only the camshafts for the exhaust valves. The intake valves are ... More about Audi A6 1997 2.4 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.80 m
4.53 m
Width:
1.81 m
1.73 m
Height:
1.45 m
1.43 m
Audi A6 is larger. Audi A6 is 27 cm longer than the Mercedes C class, 8 cm wider, while the height of Audi A6 is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
551 litres
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Turning diameter:
11.7 meters
10.8 meters
The turning circle of the Audi A6 is 0.9 metres more than that of the Mercedes C class, which means Audi A6 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Mercedes C class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Audi A6 has serious deffects in 10 percent more cases than Mercedes C class, so Mercedes C class quality is probably slightly better
