2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2007 Audi RS4 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 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Audi RS4. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi RS4.
Because 2007 Audi RS4 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 RS4 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 (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi RS4. (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi RS4. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi RS4 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 RS4 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RS4 | CLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 6206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |