1998 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend 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 (494 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Legend | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | CL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |