2006 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A8 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
