2001 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 481 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A4 | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
