2003 Acura CL vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (511 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | Vision |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
