2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (392 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | CLS | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
