2007 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. (391 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |