2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RS6 | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
