2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,982 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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 CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S4 | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 5982 cc |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
