Audi S5 vs Mercedes-Benz CLK 500
| Category | CLK 500 | Audi S5 (8T3) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 5.5 l V8 | 4.2 l V8 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 387 / 382 | 354 / 349 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 530 / 391 | 440 / 325 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1660 / 3660 | 1630 / 3594 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 233 / 230 | 217 / 214 |
Performance
| Category | CLK 500 | Audi S5 (8T3) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 5.4 s | 5.0 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 18.2 s | 18.3 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 12.8 s | 13.3 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 12.2 s | 11.9 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.5 s @ 90.7 mph | 9.3 s @ 92.0 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 13.5 s | 13.2 s |
| Top speed | 250 kph (155 mph) | 250 kph (155 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.57 g (6 m/s²) | 0.62 g (6 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | CLK 500 | Audi S5 (8T3) |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 0 | 0 |
| Straight line speed | 95 | 100 |
| Overall | 95 | 100 |
Verdict
S5 is the fastest by a small margin.
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