2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 256 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | CLS | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 3121 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1936 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
