2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2010 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 832 kg more than 2010 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | CL | A8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3073 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
