1998 Honda Today vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 556 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 943 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Today | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Today | CL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 603 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |