2001 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 755 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (391 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A8 | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 90 L |
