2005 Acura RSX vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RSX would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 967 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm) has 808 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RSX | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
