2004 Honda Avancier vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2004 Honda Avancier. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Avancier 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Avancier | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avancier | CLS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4917 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
