2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1900 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A6 | CLC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |