2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 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 58 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2006 Audi A4 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 A4 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 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A4 | CLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |