1997 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Accord | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
