2006 Audi S3 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2006 Audi S3 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Audi S3.
Because 2006 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 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 S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S3 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S3 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1665 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
