2009 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A8 | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4134 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 831 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |