2002 Acura CL vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
