2011 Audi R8 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2011 Audi R8 and 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (402 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Audi R8 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | R8 | CLS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5200 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 525 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |