2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | CL | A7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2914 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
