2001 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2001 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prelude | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2955 mm |
