2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (402 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 96 kg more than 2002 Audi RS6.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi RS6. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RS6 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 22 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
