2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | CLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 89 L |