2010 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 488 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | CL | A3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2102 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5065 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2954 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
