2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2008 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 655 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | CLS | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |