2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2006 Audi S4
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2006 Audi S4 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 CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 549 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 CLK. 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 CLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (411 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2006 Audi S4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | CLK | S4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |