1999 Honda City vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 990 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | City | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 700 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |