2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,964 cc, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 CLK | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4964 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
