2006 Audi TT vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2006 Audi TT 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi TT 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 TT 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 (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TT | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 701 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |