2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 4 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 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 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | CLS | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2808 mm |
