Mercedes CLS 2010 vs Audi A5 2007

 
Mercedes CLS
2010 - 2014
Audi A5
2007 - 2011
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 3.0 Diesel2.7 Diesel

Performance

Power: 265 HP190 HP
Torque: 620 NM400 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.2 seconds7.6 seconds
Mercedes CLS is more dynamic to drive.
Mercedes CLS engine produces 75 HP more power than Audi A5, whereas torque is 220 NM more than Audi A5. Thanks to more power Mercedes CLS reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.06.7
Real fuel consumption: 8.5 l/100km7.8 l/100km
The Audi A5 is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise.
By specification Mercedes CLS consumes 0.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A5, which means that by driving the Mercedes CLS over 15,000 km in a year you can save 105 litres of fuel.
But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Mercedes CLS consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A5.
Fuel tank capacity: 59 litres65 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 980 km in combined cycle970 km in combined cycle
1180 km on highway1220 km on highway
690 km with real consumption830 km with real consumption

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 CLS) 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.

Dimensions

Length: 4.94 m4.62 m
Width: 1.88 m1.85 m
Height: 1.42 m1.37 m
Mercedes CLS is larger.
Mercedes CLS is 32 cm longer than the Audi A5, 3 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes CLS is 5 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 520 litres455 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data829 litres
Mercedes CLS has more luggage capacity.
Mercedes CLS has 65 litres more trunk space than the Audi A5.
Turning diameter: 11.2 meters11.4 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes CLS is 0.2 metres less than that of the Audi A5.
Power steering: Electric power steeringHydraulic power steering
Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering.
Gross weight (kg): 2`3002`075
Safety: no datano data
Quality: no data
above average
Average price (€): 14 6007400
Pros and Cons: Mercedes CLS has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • roomier boot
  • electric power steering
Audi A5 has
  • hydraulic power steering
  • lower price
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