1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 739 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prelude | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
