1996 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 351 kg more than 1996 Audi S6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S6 | CL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2111 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 88 L |
