2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (421 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |