2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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 CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2007 Audi A4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | CLS | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |