2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | CL | A5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |