2007 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 555 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |