2001 Audi Avantissimo 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 Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Audi Avantissimo. (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Avantissimo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Audi Avantissimo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo will offer significantly more control. 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 (829 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Avantissimo. (600 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Avantissimo.
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2001 Audi Avantissimo | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avantissimo | CL |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 829 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2954 mm |