2005 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2005 Audi S4 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. 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 (700 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S4 | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |