2000 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A4 | CL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
