2009 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 530 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R8 | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
