2001 Audi RS4 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Audi RS4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi RS4. (449 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi RS4 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RS4 | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |
