2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2005 Audi A3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | CL | A3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 831 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |