Mercedes CLK 2005 vs Audi A5 2007
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Petrol | 3.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 231 HP | 265 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 NM | 330 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.4 seconds | 6.6 seconds | |
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Audi A5 is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes CLK engine produces 34 HP less power than Audi A5, whereas torque is 30 NM less than Audi A5. Due to the lower power, Mercedes CLK reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.2 | 8.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.8 l/100km | 10.6 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes CLK is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Mercedes CLK consumes 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A5, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes CLK could require 75 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Mercedes CLK consumes 0.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A5. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres | 65 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 670 km in combined cycle | 740 km in combined cycle | |
| 630 km with real consumption | 610 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Audi A5) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes CLK) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 15 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes SLK | Used also on Audi A4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes CLK might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Mercedes CLK engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Audi A5 2007 3.2 engine: This engine continues to suffer from a range of reliability concerns, many of which stem from cost-cutting on materials. One recurring issue involves low-grade gaskets used in critical areas like valve covers, ... More about Audi A5 2007 3.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.65 m | 4.62 m | |
| Width: | 1.74 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.41 m | 1.37 m | |
| Mercedes CLK is 3 cm longer than the Audi A5, 11 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes CLK is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 435 litres | 455 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 829 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Mercedes CLK has 20 litres less trunk space than the Audi A5. This could mean that the Mercedes CLK uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes CLK is 0.6 metres less than that of the Audi A5, which means Mercedes CLK can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`035 | 1`995 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | average | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 4600 | 7400 | |
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