1997 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 735 kg more than 1997 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A4 | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
