1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP) has 408 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm) has 698 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic Del Sol | CL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2960 mm |
