1988 Audi 200 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 200 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1988 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 549 kg more than 1988 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 200. (252 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 200 | CL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 88 L |
