2002 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MDX | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
