2002 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1249 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | CL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 699 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 2095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |