2001 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 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:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
