2010 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | CL | A6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 829 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2215 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5065 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2954 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
