2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 105 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 CLS. 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 CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | CLS | A6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4917 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
