2012 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2012 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP) has 268 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | CL | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 242 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5095 mm | 4915 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2954 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
