2005 Acura CL vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Acura CL and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL, 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1520 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
