2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |