Mercedes CLS 2006 vs Audi TT 1998
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Mercedes CLS) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Audi TT) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 224 HP | 225 HP | |
| Torque: | 540 NM | 280 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7 seconds | 6.6 seconds | |
|
Audi TT is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes CLS engine produces 1 HP less power than Audi TT, but torque is 260 NM more than Audi TT. Due to the lower power, Mercedes CLS reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 | 9.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km | 9.9 l/100km | |
|
The Mercedes CLS is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes CLS consumes 1.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi TT, which means that by driving the Mercedes CLS over 15,000 km in a year you can save 270 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes CLS consumes 1.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi TT. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1050 km in combined cycle | 650 km in combined cycle | |
| 1350 km on highway | 870 km on highway | ||
| 960 km with real consumption | 620 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes CLS gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| 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) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Mercedes CLS 2006 3.0 engine: A reliable yet dynamic engine. Frequent oil leaks, engine crankcase ventilation problems. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.91 m | 4.04 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.40 m | 1.34 m | |
|
Mercedes CLS is larger. Mercedes CLS is 87 cm longer than the Audi TT, 9 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes CLS is 6 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 505 litres | 220 litres | |
|
Mercedes CLS has more luggage capacity. Mercedes CLS has 285 litres more trunk space than the Audi TT. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 10 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes CLS is 1.2 metres more than that of the Audi TT, which means Mercedes CLS can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`280 | 1`850 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | Mercedes CLS has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Audi TT, so Mercedes CLS quality could be a bit better. | ||
| Average price (€): | 6000 | 4600 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Mercedes CLS has
|
Audi TT has
| |