2003 Honda Fit vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fit | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2955 mm |
