2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1360 kg more than 2012 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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 CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | CLC | TT |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
