2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 925 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 687 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mobilio | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
