1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. 1996 Audi A6
In comparing the 1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's and the 1996 Audi A6's specifications and ratings, the 1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. The 1996 Audi A6 has the advantage in the areas of reliability and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's and the 1996 Audi A6's specifications and ratings, the 1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a better car than the 1996 Audi A6.
1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. 1996 Audi A6 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class loses 46.8 percent of its value and the 1996 Audi A6 loses 58.2 percent of its value. This means the 1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class retains 11.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 1996 Audi A6.
1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. 1996 Audi A6 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is 8.9 out of 10 while the Audi A6's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz C-Class being ranked 7 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Audi A6 being ranked 5 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. 1996 Audi A6 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is 8.2 out of 10. For the Audi A6 the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Audi A6 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class’s base engine makes 148 horsepower, and the 1996 Audi A6 base engine makes 172 horsepower. The C-Class is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. The A6 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 483 miles.This gives the 1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1996 Audi A6 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the 1996 Audi A6 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3350 - 19511
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.467992
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.582474
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.890663 / 10
Reliability:
8.171991 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.445588 / 10
Reliability:
8.736765 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 10Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 31Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 36Audi A6 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
C 220, C 280, C 36 AMG
1996 Audi A6 Trim Levels
2.8, quattro 2.8
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
148 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
155 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
172 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
357 / 483 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3150 lbs
Width:
67.7 inches
Height:
56.1 inches
Length:
177.4 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3428 lbs
Width:
70.2 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
192.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available