1994 Acura Integra vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura Integra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1994 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 925 kg more than 1994 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Integra | CL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
