2009 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2009 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R8 | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
