2009 Audi TT vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi TT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (268 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TT | CLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2874 mm |
