2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A3 | CLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |