1997 Honda S-MX 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 S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX 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 389 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda S-MX 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 S-MX | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-MX | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |
