2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 5 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP) has 302 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 505 kg more than 2013 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | CL | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2808 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
