2002 Honda Insight vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Insight would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 970 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Insight | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Insight | CLS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 4964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |