2012 Audi A5 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi A5 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A5 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A5 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
