2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi Allroad. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Allroad | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1428 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
