2000 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 409 kg more than 2000 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | CL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
