2005 Audi TT vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (391 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi TT | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TT | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 391 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |