1998 Audi AL2 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 AL2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi AL2 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP) has 308 more horse power than 1998 Audi AL2. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi AL2.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi AL2. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi AL2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi AL2 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | AL2 | CL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 382 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
