2007 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 181 kg more than 2007 Audi S4. 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 CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S4 | CLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |