1998 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 687 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A3 | CL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
