2002 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2002 Audi A6 and 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (342 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (520 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | CLK |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |